Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. MOOCs support interactions between students and professors with user forums and other forms of online communities. How can stakeholders be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Botswana to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to better comprehend these fascinating new open education endeavours. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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